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Improving disability awareness

Congress designated each October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The Office of Disability Employment Policy has the lead in planning NDEAM activities and materials to increase the public’s awareness of the contributions and skills of American workers with disabilities. Find out how you can help celebrate in this post.… Read More »

Dawn Dreyer, the filmmaker behind “Bipolar Girl Rules the World and Other Stories has seen days where she cannot even get out of bed. Still, she has a Masters degree and a work in progress film to be proud of. Read all about it in this post.… Read More »

This article is the second in a series of columns that has focused on the Easter Seals UCP Supported Employment Program. While the column last week focused on the story from the consumer perspective, this week I will offer an overview of how the local staff/program operates.… Read More »

With the passage of the Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works signed a few weeks ago, some advocates are now saying we need to also look at policies that would help blind and visually impaired students as well. Find out how in this post.… Read More »

Every 3 years, the Centers for Independent Living and the Statewide Independent Living Council must submit a plan for our state that addresses the needs of our citizens. This plan is designed to reflect the common issues across the state for people with disabilities. This plan is in its development stages and we are seeking input from you. Find out the nature of the plan and how to submit comments in this post.… Read More »

About This Blog

My name is David Morrison. I am a graduate student living with cerebral palsy. As Chair of the Cape Fear Disability Commission, (CFDC), I will keep you informed of its activities, and act as your representative. Through this blog, I hope to improve disability awareness. With my first-hand knowledge and your help we can enhance the lives of those who have different abilities. This is meant to be an open discussion forum. You may wish to raise questions as well as learn about online resources, articles, meetings, events etc. This blog is open to everyone, and active participation is welcome! Check out snippets from my blog in every Saturday’s Local section. Please feel free to comment on anything here via the blog, or by dropping me an email at david.morrison87@yahoo.com